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Beginning Teacher Talk: A Podcast for New Elementary Teachers

"Just because you're a beginning elementary teacher, there's no need for you to struggle like one." Welcome to Beginning Teacher Talk, the weekly podcast hosted by Dr. Lori Friesen, where we talk about all of the things you wish you learned in college about teaching elementary school. We feature kid-tested classroom management techniques, organizational strategies, creative ways to motivate your students, how to work with colleagues, seasonal gems, and how to de-stress and eliminate the overwhelm that too often accompanies your first years of teaching.

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Average duration
25 minutes
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365
Years Active
2019 - 2025
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12 Must-Haves for Your New Elementary Classroom

12 Must-Haves for Your New Elementary Classroom

I get asked all the time, "What should I be buying for my first classroom?" and so today, I thought it would be fun to talk about twelve of the essentials that I recommend teachers consider purchasin…

00:23:49  |   Wed 14 Jul 2021
Confidence Crushers

Confidence Crushers

If you're struggling with confidence as a new teacher, let's talk about 3 things we often tell ourselves as first-year teachers that will help boost your confidence and start enjoying teaching more (…

00:28:35  |   Wed 07 Jul 2021
Desk Pets in Your Classroom

Desk Pets in Your Classroom

Have you been hearing about Desk Pets all over the internet & are wondering if you should try them out in your classroom? Learn how to use desk pets effectively, including seven classroom management …

00:20:37  |   Wed 30 Jun 2021
7 Fantastic Classroom Management Hacks

7 Fantastic Classroom Management Hacks

If you're a new teacher who's concerned about classroom management in your first classroom, you're going to love these seven classroom management hacks from experienced educators for everything from …

00:26:11  |   Wed 23 Jun 2021
How to Organize All Those Ideas for Your First Classroom

How to Organize All Those Ideas for Your First Classroom

If you are feeling overwhelmed when it comes to preparing for your first year of teaching, let's talk about 6 steps to take right away to start organizing all your ideas!

Show Notes: https://www.drlo…

00:26:40  |   Wed 16 Jun 2021
Bridging the Gap Between College & Your First Classroom

Bridging the Gap Between College & Your First Classroom

Why do new teachers struggle after completing a four-year degree? Why do first-year teachers feel so unprepared when it comes to getting ready for the school year and setting up their first classroom…

00:22:30  |   Wed 09 Jun 2021
3 Summer Must-Reads for New Teachers

3 Summer Must-Reads for New Teachers

There are so many fabulous books out there for new teachers. However, the most common topics most first-year teachers struggle with are classroom management, interacting with parents, and developing …

00:25:51  |   Wed 02 Jun 2021
How to Choose a Classroom Theme

How to Choose a Classroom Theme

When you see a classroom theme that you love, it's easy to commit to that theme right away and build an entire classroom around it. However, here are 7 things I've learned to look for in a classroom …

00:26:01  |   Wed 26 May 2021
Your Most Burning Questions Answered

Your Most Burning Questions Answered

I've been fielding a lot of great questions about the R.E.A.D.Y. for School Academy, and I want to ensure that you get the answers to your most burning questions so you can make an informed decision …

00:27:48  |   Wed 19 May 2021
5 Ways to Get R.E.A.D.Y. for School Academy for FREE!

5 Ways to Get R.E.A.D.Y. for School Academy for FREE!

If you're a new elementary teacher teaching 1st - 5th grade, you're in your first, second, or third year of teaching, and you really want to join R.E.A.D.Y. for School Academy but you aren't sure you…

00:21:11  |   Wed 12 May 2021
How to Build Relationships with Your Students

How to Build Relationships with Your Students

If you're a new teacher and you're thinking about how to create a fantastic community inside your new elementary classroom, you're going to love these five heart-centered, classroom-tested strategies…

00:33:19  |   Wed 05 May 2021
How to Create Fantastic Parent Relationships

How to Create Fantastic Parent Relationships

If you're a new teacher and you're concerned about how to develop positive relationships with parents (even when you're struggling with imposter syndrome - like I did), you're going to love these 5 s…

00:33:58  |   Wed 28 Apr 2021
4 Keys to Ultimate Student Engagement

4 Keys to Ultimate Student Engagement

If you're feeling exhausted and overwhelmed and you're having a hard time being creative and finding ways to get and keep your students engaged, grab your favorite sparkly gel pen and get ready to ta…

00:44:43  |   Wed 21 Apr 2021
4 Classroom Management Mistakes New Teachers Make

4 Classroom Management Mistakes New Teachers Make

If you're a student teacher or an elementary teacher in your first years of teaching and you're struggling with classroom management, let's talk about the common mistakes so many of us make when it c…

00:42:11  |   Wed 14 Apr 2021
How to Feel Instantly More Confident as a New Teacher

How to Feel Instantly More Confident as a New Teacher

If you're a new teacher in your first years of teaching (or if you're a student teacher) who's struggling with confidence, you're in for such a treat! Inside this episode, you'll learn game-changing …

00:46:40  |   Wed 07 Apr 2021
What Your Principal is (Really) Looking for in a New Teacher

What Your Principal is (Really) Looking for in a New Teacher

If you're a new teacher who's in the midst of the job search process or you are already teaching and you really want to know how to get a permanent contract at your school, you're going to love this …

00:35:02  |   Wed 31 Mar 2021
3 Secrets to Using Your Portfolio Effectively During Your Teacher Interview

3 Secrets to Using Your Portfolio Effectively During Your Teacher Interview

If you're in the midst of your teacher job search, this is for you! Learn 3 mistakes teachers often make with their portfolios and 3 secrets to using your portfolio most effectively during your teach…

00:37:08  |   Wed 24 Mar 2021
3 Interview Questions that Might Throw You Off (& How to Answer Them)

3 Interview Questions that Might Throw You Off (& How to Answer Them)

If you're a new teacher who's getting ready to start your teacher job search, this is for you. Whether you're looking to land your very first position or are maybe thinking of changing schools, I'll …

00:36:34  |   Wed 17 Mar 2021
Coping with Covid: 106

Coping with Covid: 106

If you're a new teacher who's had to deal with switching from in-person to online teaching and back again, all while dealing with the "I'm not doing enough" voices in your head, you're going to love …

00:38:25  |   Wed 10 Mar 2021
The Exceptional Data Framework with Dawn Ellis

The Exceptional Data Framework with Dawn Ellis

If you're a new teacher and you've been struggling with how to collect and organize student data, you're going to love this episode with Dawn Ellis. Let's talk about 5 ways you can set up your IEP da…

00:30:08  |   Wed 03 Mar 2021
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